Company Overview

Our client is Tanzania's premier wholesale distributor of agricultural inputs, serving as a trusted connection between agriculture suppliers and stockists. With 16 warehouses strategically located across 15 regions of Tanzania, they supply over 250 stockists with a wide range of authentic, high-quality, and fairly priced agricultural and veterinary products. The company takes pride in its partnerships with leading manufacturers in the industry.

As a rapidly growing organization, they are dedicated to expanding its operations and market presence. Currently employing 40 professionals, the company has ambitious plans to scale its workforce to over 100 employees within the next three years. Their commitment to excellence, reliability, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders has established its position as a leader in the Tanzanian agricultural distribution sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans to drive brand awareness and enhance market presence.
• Implement and oversee the five Ps of marketing (Product, Price, Place, Promotion, and People) to optimize marketing strategies.
• Establish and maintain consistent branding across our five brands, ensuring cohesive messaging and visual identity.
• Demonstrate a creative and keen design sense to develop visually appealing marketing materials.
• Create original graphics and design elements to support marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all marketing collateral.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify consumer trends and preferences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing efforts with overall business objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing activities, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, incorporating innovative marketing techniques as appropriate

• Tanzanian national with a thorough understanding of the local market and cultural dynamics.
• Proven experience in marketing, preferably in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of the five Ps of marketing.
• Exceptional creativity and design skills, with the ability to develop original graphics.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work output.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, taking ownership of projects and driving them to completion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proficiency in using marketing software and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.